1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Matrix (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 198 kg more than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Bel Air | Matrix |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |